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MD SB995

MD SB995
Health - Laser Hair Removal - Requirements (Laser Hair Removal Act)


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Introduced
02/02/2024
In Committee
02/02/2024
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
04/08/2024

Introduced Session

2024 Regular Session

Bill Summary

Prohibiting an individual from performing or attempting to perform a laser hair removal procedure unless the indivdiual is a certain health professional; establishing certain requirements for the performance of laser hair removal procedures and laser hair removal practitioners; and requiring certain physician oversight of laser hair removal facilities and laser hair removal procedures performed by laser hair removal practitioners.

AI Summary

This bill, the Laser Hair Removal Act, prohibits individuals from performing laser hair removal procedures unless they are a licensed health professional, such as a physician, physician assistant, or registered nurse. It establishes requirements for laser hair removal practitioners, including completing a 40-hour training program, and requires physician oversight of laser hair removal facilities. The bill allows laser hair removal practitioners to perform procedures without a prior diagnosis or individual treatment plan from a physician. The bill will take effect on October 1, 2024.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Senate Finance Hearing (13:00:00 3/8/2024 ) (on 03/08/2024)

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